National Student Leadership Week is April 19–25

Friday, April 24, 2020

Across the district, student leaders are making a difference in their schools every day by setting high standards, leading by example, and taking charge of issues that are important to them. This week, we thank and congratulate MPS student leaders for their passion and commitment to excellence.

National Student Leadership Week, observed April 19 to 25, 2020, has taken place annually since 1972 and is promoted by National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, and National Student Council. The goal of this observance is to shine a spotlight on student leaders who improve their school culture and climate, and to encourage others to step up and take the lead in issues that are important to them.

In MPS, two student groups deserve to be singled out. The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council is made up of representatives from MPS high schools and meets regularly with Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley to offer opinions, express concerns, and give advice for ways to improve their schools. Participants in the Student Leadership Summit attend several workshops each year and work with students in their own schools to gather support for issues such as equity, bullying, inclusion, and acceptance.

MPS appreciates all the student leaders who support their peers, promote positive change, build unity, and encourage achievement. You are the future leaders of tomorrow!

Thank you, student leaders!!

Actors, artists, and dancers
Athletes and cheerleaders
Band, drumline, and orchestra members
Class officers
Club officers
Honor roll students
Members of National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society
Mentors and tutors
Student council representatives
Student Leadership Summit participants
Student volunteers
Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council
Team captains
Vocalists

Contacts

Earl Arms, Media Relations Manager

Shahree Douglas, Director Communications & Outreach

About Milwaukee Public Schools

Milwaukee Public Schools is committed to accelerating student achievement, building positive relationships between youth and adults and cultivating leadership at all levels. The district’s commitment to improvement continues to show results:

Ninety percent of 2019-20 budget dollars go directly to classrooms;

The MPS Class of 2018 earned $86.2 million in scholarships; and

MPS is home to five of the state and nation's top high schools according to U.S. News and World Report.

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